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Samus devours her enemies in reveal trailer for Metroid Ravenous
Nintendo revealed Metroid Ravenous, a new 2D Metroidvania title for the Nintendo Switch 2, during its latest Nintendo Direct. The game features Samus Aran crash-landing on an alien moon and gaining new abilities by consuming her enemies, reminiscent of Metroid Dread's tense atmosphere. Metroid Ravenous is set to release on January 28, 2027.
Metroid Ravenous: Everything we know so far about the new 2D Metroid game
Nintendo has announced Metroid Ravenous, a new 2D Metroid game developed in collaboration with MercurySteam, set to release on January 28, 2027, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game will pick up after the events of Metroid Dread and feature Samus Aran grappling with Metroid DNA, unlocking new abilities. This marks the first new 2D Metroid title in over five years.
Metroid Ravenous, the latest 2D adventure for Samus Aran, arrives on January 28, 2027
Metroid Ravenous, a new 2D adventure for Samus Aran, is set to release on January 28, 2027. The game will feature a new mechanic where Samus can absorb enemy powers.
How 40 Years of Metroid Have Impacted The Biggest Metroidvania Developers
This article explores the profound impact of the Metroid series, particularly Super Metroid, on the development of the Metroidvania genre. Developers from various studios discuss how Metroid's interconnected worlds, exploration mechanics, and atmospheric design have inspired their own games, shaping core design philosophies and influencing everything from level design to player agency.
The Metroidvania Genre Owes Credit To Much More Than Castlevania And Metroid
This article explores the origins of the Metroidvania genre, arguing that its roots extend beyond Metroid and Castlevania. It highlights early exploration platformers and RPGs like Aztec and Xanadu: Dragon Slayer 2, as well as Sega's Wonder Boy series, as crucial precursors that introduced key mechanics.
Immortality developer Sam Barlow reveals Precognition, a sci-fi horror collaboration with Brandon Cronenberg about "really terrible things that are just around the corner"
Sam Barlow, the developer behind Immortality and Her Story, has announced Precognition, a new sci-fi horror game developed by Half Mermaid Productions with writing by Brandon Cronenberg. The game features a protagonist with brain implants who can explore multiple dark future timelines, inspired by concepts like Memento and 90s sci-fi horror. Precognition is slated for a spring 2028 release and draws early inspiration from an FMV Metroid game concept.
Samus Aran’s Character Matters
This opinion piece critiques the characterization of Samus Aran in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, arguing that her excessive silence and lack of emotional reaction detract from the narrative. The article contrasts this with previous Metroid titles, highlighting instances where Samus's character was better developed or where her silence was more fitting.
